Vancouver Whitecaps Ready for '90s-Themed Clash Against San Jose Earthquakes at BC Place
The Vancouver Whitecaps FC are back in action this Saturday, September 14, in a thrilling '90s-themed matchup at BC Place as they take on their Western Conference rivals, the San Jose Earthquakes. With both teams returning from the international break, fans can expect an intense battle as the Whitecaps look to extend their strong form. The match kicks off at 7:30 p.m. PT and will be available for fans to watch for free on MLS Season Pass through Apple TV or on TSN. For radio listeners, live coverage will be available on CKNW starting with the pre-match show at 6:30 p.m. PT.
The Whitecaps are in a great spot heading into this game, having posted a record of 5 wins, 1 loss, and 2 draws in their last eight MLS matches. They're coming off a dominant defensive performance, securing their third consecutive clean sheet in a 1-0 win over FC Dallas. The shutout streak now stands at 303 minutes, thanks to the combined efforts of goalkeepers Isaac Boehmer and Yohei Takaoka and a resilient backline led by Mathias Laborda, Ranko Veselinovic, and Tristan Blackmon. Blackmon’s stellar play earned him a spot on the MLS Team of the Matchday for Matchday 31.
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This game against San Jose marks the second time these teams have faced each other this season. In the first meeting back in March, Vancouver secured a convincing 2-0 win on the road, with goals from Ali Ahmed and Alessandro Schöpf. However, San Jose will be looking for revenge and hoping to turn things around, especially given their struggles this season with only five wins.
Adding to the excitement, Saturday’s game will be a special '90s Match, presented by MNP. Fans can expect nostalgic vibes both on and off the pitch, as the Whitecaps honor an era that shaped modern soccer. The theme fits perfectly with Vancouver’s rich soccer history, particularly their connection to the former Vancouver 86ers team that dominated Canadian soccer during the ‘90s.
The Whitecaps will also benefit from a full roster, with all six players who were away on international duty returning in time for this weekend’s match. Key players like Ryan Gauld, who made his senior debut for Scotland, and Fafa Picault, fresh off a two-assist performance for Haiti in World Cup Qualifying, are back in the squad. Ali Ahmed, Sam Adekugbe, Andrés Cubas, and Pedro Vite also return after representing their respective nations, bolstering Vancouver’s depth as they prepare for a busy stretch of matches. In fact, this will be the first of seven matches the Whitecaps will play in just 22 days, with critical games in both MLS and the Canadian Championship on the horizon.
This weekend’s showdown is set to be a memorable one for Whitecaps fans. The combination of strong form, key players back from international duties, and the fun ‘90s-themed atmosphere promises a fantastic experience for those attending or watching from home. Fans will surely be eager to see if Vancouver can extend their impressive run and continue their push towards the playoffs.
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